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Flight Schedule from Basco Airport (BSO)
Airline | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Origin Airport | Destination Airport | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Philippine Airlines | 09:30 | 11:00 | Basco - Batanes (BSO) | Clark - Pampanga (CRK) | Book flight |
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Flight Schedule to Basco Airport (BSO)
Airline | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Origin Airport | Destination Airport | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Philippine Airlines | 07:30 | 09:05 | Clark - Pampanga (CRK) | Basco - Batanes (BSO) | Book flight |
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FAQ about Basco Airport (BSO)
Basco Airport is on Batan Island in Batanes, the northernmost province of the Philippines, right next to the town of Basco.
The town centre is only a few kilometres away. A tricycle ride takes just a few minutes, and some inns are within walking distance.
PAL Express flies from Manila and Clark. Sky Pasada and other small operators link Basco with Northern Luzon and Itbayat.
Yes. Philippine Airlines runs flights between Clark and Basco on selected days of the week. Check the current schedule.
No. Itbayat has a small airport too, and light aircraft fly between the two islands.
Tricycles wait outside the terminal, and many homestays offer airport pickup if you share your flight details.
Yes. Strong winds and typhoons can delay or cancel flights, so leave a spare day in your itinerary.
Basco Lighthouse on Naidi Hills, the Vayang Rolling Hills and the traditional Ivatan stone houses are all within easy reach.
Cheap Flights from Basco Airport (BSO)
About Basco Airport
Basco Airport, code BSO, is the main airport of Batanes, the northernmost province of the Philippines. It sits on Batan Island and is the usual way in for visitors, since sea crossings to the islands are long and weather-dependent.
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines owns and runs the airport. It is one of two airports in the Batanes group, the other being on Itbayat.
Basco Airport's Location in Batanes
The runway lies right beside Basco, the provincial capital. The town centre is only a few kilometres away, and many travellers staying in town reach their inn in a few minutes by tricycle. Some guesthouses are close enough to walk.
Terminal and Facilities in Basco
The terminal is small and simple, built for turboprop and small jet flights. Expect a check-in area, a waiting hall and baggage claim rather than shops or lounges. Arrival processing is quick because only a few flights land each day.
Airlines and Routes from Basco
Philippine Airlines, through PAL Express, connects Basco with Manila and with Clark. Sky Pasada uses the airport as a base for short hops around Northern Luzon, including flights to Tuguegarao. Small operators also fly between Basco and Itbayat. Schedules can change with the season, so check what is running for your dates.
Getting Around from Basco Airport
- Tricycle: The standard local transport, ready outside the terminal for trips into town.
- Inn transfer: Many homestays meet guests at the airport if you share your flight details.
- Tour van or bike: For sightseeing across Batan Island, travellers often book a tour or rent a bicycle or scooter.
What to See Around Basco
Batanes is known for green rolling hills, rocky coastline and the stone houses of the Ivatan people. Near town, Basco Lighthouse on Naidi Hills gives wide views over the sea. The Vayang Rolling Hills and the southern villages of Batan are a short drive away, and boats run across to Sabtang Island.
Tips for Flying to Basco
Weather in the Batanes can be windy, and typhoons can disrupt flights. Build a spare day into your plans and keep your return flexible if possible. Cash is useful on the islands, so bring enough before you arrive.
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